My dear friend Cory is facing something none of us ever saw coming. Recently, he became seriously ill and was diagnosed with a rare brain infection that required immediate emergency surgery. In a matter of moments, life shifted from normal to critical.

The surgery was successful, but Cory now has a long road ahead of him. He’s currently focusing on healing and recovery, which means time away from work and mounting medical expenses. Between hospital bills, ongoing care, and everyday living costs, the financial strain is overwhelming during an already difficult time.

If you know Cory, you know the kind of person he is—loyal, kind, and always there when someone else needs help. Now it’s our turn to show up for him.

We are starting this GoFundMe to help ease the financial burden so Cory can focus fully on what matters most: getting better. Any support—whether it’s a donation or simply sharing this—means more than we can express.

Thank you for keeping Cory in your thoughts and for helping us rally around him during this incredibly tough time.

Shannon